US EditionCoalition Divided over De Lijn Cuts
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De Lijn's austerity plans are meeting with dissatisfaction from many local authorities. Protests are growing louder now that the 15 Flemish transport councils are being asked to vote on the matter. It's notable that this protest transcends party lines, with local N-VA representatives also expressing reservations about the plans of Flemish Minister of Mobility Annick De Ridder (N-VA).
De Lijn strike action against Flemish government cuts
Trade unions at Flemish public transport operator De Lijn have submitted a strike notice for two days of action in Flemish Brabant on Wednesday 18 March and Monday 7 April. The notice is part of a broader region-wide De Lijn strike spanning two weeks, which comes after the announcement at the end...
The Flemish government wants to cut costs at De Lijn, and rural Flanders will feel the brunt of this. Flemish Minister of Mobility Annick De Ridder (N-VA) is imposing an additional €35.5 million in cuts on De Lijn. In concrete terms, this means that lines with an average of fewer than eight passengers will be cancelled or shortened. But the pain isn't evenly distributed. In the Kempen region, De Lijn has to cut €1.8 million. That's three times m…
20:08 In recent weeks, protests have increased among passengers, transport organizations, and mayors against De Lijn's announced austerity plan. The majority parties Vooruit and CD&V want to resume...
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